Penang, Malaysia – In a significant initiative for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), BECIS Malaysia and Ideal Property Group are joining forces to drive sustainability initiatives in the newly launched Penang Technology Park@Bertam. Situated in the North Seberang Perai district of Penang, this state-of-the-art industrial park spanning 356 hectares is set to become a global hub for high-tech industries. With a remarkable gross development value of RM4.2 billion, Penang Technology Park@Bertam will solidify Penang’s status as the Silicon Valley of the East, attracting industries specializing in electronics, electrical, semiconductor, aerospace, medical manufacturing, and more.

“Guided by a shared vision for sustainable industrial development, we aim to establish a transformative benchmark through the partnership, driving positive change and pave the way towards a greener future in the industrial sector,” said Arnaud Dauvillier, Managing Director of BECIS China, Thailand & Malaysia. Tan Sri Datuk Ooi Kee Liang, the Executive Chairman of Ideal Property Group shared their vision, stating, “Our goal is to integrate sustainable energy solutions seamlessly into Penang Technology Park@Bertam, demonstrating the power of responsible development and environmental stewardship. Together with BECIS Malaysia, we envision a future where sustainable practices become the norm.” The ESG partnership focuses on delivering sustainable energy solutions to the clients of Penang Technology Park@Bertam, prioritizing environmental well-being alongside operational efficiency. The range of services offered includes rooftop solar solutions, innovative utilization of potential detention ponds for potential large-scale solar installations, optimized cooling solutions through chiller deployment, and other value-added energy solutions. Importantly, these offerings come with the unique benefit of requiring no upfront capital investment. By adopting this approach, the partnership seeks to champion environmental sustainability within the industrial park, while also enabling immediate cost savings for clients. This collaborative effort effectively manages operational risks and contributes to the advancement of a circular economy by moving towards a solutions-based approach for the energy transition. Ideal Property Group is a trusted market-leading name at the forefront of property development in Malaysia, consistently ranked among the top developers within the Northern Region of Malaysia. BECIS is an end-to-end Energy as a Service (EaaS) provider to high-quality commercial and industrial customers in the distributed utility sector with a multinational presence in eight countries across Asia. The partnership is tailored to deliver solutions that meet the decarbonization mandate to some of the world’s leading multinational corporations.

At the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony, BECIS Malaysia was represented by Arnaud Dauvillier, Managing Director of China, Thailand & Malaysia and Yeo Keat Lim, Interim General Manager of Malaysia. While Dato’ Goh Teng Whoo and Ms Connie Ang, both Chief Operating Officers, represented Ideal Property Group. The Penang Technology Park will promote environmental sustainability, create new jobs, and promote social and economic development in the region while reducing carbon emissions. This partnership sets a high standard for sustainable industrial development in Malaysia and beyond. Check out more customer cases at : https://be-cis.com/case-studies/